Mammography Technologist

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in Mammography at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. This full-time, day shift role involves operating mammography equipment, positioning patients, educating them on preventive breast health, and evaluating film quality. Strict adherence to radiation safety is required.

Minimum requirements include BLS within 1 month of hire and ARRT/CCI/ARDMS credentials prior to start. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires BLS Provider within 1 month of hire or transfer date.
• Credentialed in CCI, ARRT Radiography, ARRT Mammography, or ARDMS prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Operate mammography equipment and position patients.
• Explain procedures and educate patients about regular mammography.
• Develop and evaluate film for quality (density, contrast, definition, distortion).
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Mammography

Patient positioning

Radiology procedures

Radiation safety

Patient education

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree / Technical degree

4 years of cumulative job-specific experience

Tools

Mammography equipment

Medical imaging hardware

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: St. Vincent Hospital
• Department/Specialty: Breast Care
• Schedule: Full Time | Days

How you7ll make an impact in this role

• Operate equipment and perform various mammography related procedures. Prepares and positions patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Explain procedures and educate patients about the role of regular mammography in preventive breast health.
• Develop and evaluate the film for technical quality such as density contrast, definition, anddistortion.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

What Minimum Requirements You 27ll Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Mammography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you\u2019ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.